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WONDERFUL MINIATURE US HALBERD.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 800.00 USD
WONDERFUL MINIATURE US HALBERD.
Overall length: 14 1/2", including a 9 3/4" haft. This superb halberd is actually stamped "JN" over "US" with an irregular border on both sides of the head. The 3 3/8" blade has three 6-pointed stars and one 8-pointed star cut out of the body. The beak is a downturned flattened spike, and the point has a diamond shaped cutout. It is impossible to know why this miniature halberd was produced. However, it may have been a presentation piece for John Newbury, who was a US inspector of arms starting in 1818. This halberd is exceptionally well-made and would likely benefit from some in-depth research. CONDITION: head has a dark, smooth patina overall. The haft is undamaged and has a wonderful mellow patina. (02-19793/BF). $600-800.